Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo vs Dyson R3 Nurovi Spot+Scrub UV

Quick take: The Dyson R3 Nurovi Spot+Scrub UV has stronger suction (30,000 vs 11,000 Pa).

SpecEcovacs Deebot T30S ComboDyson R3 Nurovi Spot+Scrub UV
Price~$1,200~$1,200
TypeRobot Vacuum & MopRobot Vacuum & Mop
Suction11000 Pa30000 Pa
Battery290 min—
NavigationLiDAR + CameraLiDAR
Filtration——
CordlessYesYes
Bagged——
Noise65 dB—
Dustbin275 ml—
Water tank4 L—
Self-empty dockYesYes
Auto mop washingYesYes
Hot water washingYesYes
Obstacle avoidanceYesYes
Carpet detectionYesYes
Auto mop liftingYesYes
Multi-floor mappingYesNo
App controlYesYes
Dimensions13.9 x 13.8 x 4.1 in—
Weight10.6 lbs—
Warranty2 years—

Pros & cons

Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo

  • ✓Handheld vacuum combo means one dock handles both floor and above-floor cleaning
  • ✓11000Pa suction is excellent for deep carpet cleaning
  • ✓Handheld charges automatically in the dock — always ready to use
  • ✓Hot water mop washing keeps pads clean
  • ✓ZeroTangle brush design handles long hair and pet fur well
  • ✗Dock is absolutely massive — one of the largest on the market
  • ✗Robot + handheld combo means more parts that can break
  • ✗Handheld battery life is limited to about 20 minutes
  • ✗Price is steep for what is essentially two separate devices

Dyson R3 Nurovi Spot+Scrub UV

  • ✓30,000 Pa rated suction, well above the Spot+Scrub Ai's 18,000 Pa
  • ✓158°F water to the roller and 131°F hot-air drying
  • ✓Roller extends to reach edges
  • ✓Automatic solution dosing from the dock
  • ✓UV light inspects floors between passes
  • ✗$1,199.99 with no everyday discount, $350 more than the Spot+Scrub Ai
  • ✗Ships in 6 to 9 days rather than from stock
  • ✗Runtime, bin and tank sizes, weight, dimensions, warranty and multi-floor mapping are not published